The drive from Saint Augustine Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 208.6 miles and takes about 4h 1m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, West Beltway, I 95 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 148.3 miles on I 10.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
104.3 miles from Saint Augustine Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 2m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 208.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 1m highway drive covering 208.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and West Beltway. The longest continuous stretch is about 148.3 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 148.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near Four Mile Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 208.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (Four Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (FL 16 / Charles Usinas Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.6 mi into trip|~14m in|Four Mile Road
Turn left onto Four Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
9.5 mi into trip|~15m in|FL 16 / Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto FL 16 / Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
30.9 mi into trip|~40m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 337
Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacks...
6
31.1 mi into trip|~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
7
51.9 mi into trip|~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21B
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Saint Augustine Beach, FL and Tallahassee, FL, road signs point toward Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches and Beltway.
Orange Park
30.9 mi in|~40m
Jacksonville Beaches
30.9 mi in|~40m
Beltway
31.1 mi in|~41m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
148.3 mi
2h 39m
West Beltway
19.7 mi
22m
I 95
18.7 mi
20m
Mahan Drive
6.7 mi
11m
FL 312
3.6 mi
6m
Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
2.3 mi
3m
South Holmes Boulevard
1.7 mi
2m
A1A Beach Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 148.3 mi, about 2h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Augustine Beach, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on 9th Street
482 ft·23 sec·9th Street
2
Turn right onto A1A Beach Boulevard
1.3 mi·2 min·A1A Beach Boulevard
3
Keep slight left at fork onto A1A Beach Boulevard
0.3 mi·28 sec·A1A Beach Boulevard
4
Continue on FL 312
3.6 mi·6 min·FL 312
5
Continue on SR 312E
1.1 mi·1 min·SR 312E
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Continue on South Holmes Boulevard
1.7 mi·2 min·South Holmes Boulevard
7
Continue on Kenton Morrison Road
0.6 mi·55 sec·Kenton Morrison Road
8
Turn left onto Four Mile Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Four Mile Road
Use the left lane.
9
At end of road, turn left onto FL 16
2.3 mi·3 min·Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
11
Merge onto I 95
19 mi·20 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 337Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville BeachesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
14
Merge onto I 295
20 mi·22 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 21BToward I 10 West: Lake CityUse the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 10
148 mi·2 hr 39 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi·11 min·Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tennessee Street
19
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi·1 min·North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·East Pensacola Street
21
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft·9 sec·South Calhoun Street
22
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft·12 sec·Apalachee Parkway
23
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft·1 sec·South Monroe Street
24
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 104.3 miles from Saint Augustine Beach, FL, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 46 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.3 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tallahassee, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Saint Augustine Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Augustine Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 208.6 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Saint Augustine Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 148.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.3 mi from Saint Augustine Beach, FL
· 2h 2m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.20 one way
$66.41 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$36.12
$72.24
premium
$4.72
$38.79
$77.58
diesel
$5.61
$46.06
$92.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.6
0
$21.90
$10.01
Efficient EV
52.2
0
$18.25
$8.34
EV Truck/SUV
83.4
1
$29.20
$13.35
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Saint Augustine Beach, FL
Late night
in Saint Augustine Beach on Saturday
Local time
4:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Late night
in Tallahassee on Saturday
Local time
4:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Sunny
S 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Saint Augustine Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 208.6 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West Beltway, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.3 miles from Saint Augustine Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 208.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (Four Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (FL 16 / Charles Usinas Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Saint Augustine Beach, FL and Tallahassee, FL, road signs point toward Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches and Beltway.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Fort Matanzas National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
